[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 88 (Tuesday, May 29, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E752]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




        RECOGNIZING THE 2017 STARS OVER DULLES AWARD RECIPIENTS

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                        HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY

                              of virginia

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, May 29, 2018

  Mr. CONNOLLY. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize the Dulles Regional 
Chamber of Commerce for its ongoing dedication to local businesses and 
our community and to congratulate the 2017 ``Stars Over Dulles'' Award 
recipients.
  This year, at the 22nd Annual Stars Over Dulles Awards Luncheon, the 
Chamber will honor those extraordinary businesses, non-profit 
organizations, and citizens who have dedicated their talents and 
activities to enhancing our economy and our community.
  As the former Chairman of the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, 
and now as a Member of Congress representing this community, I have 
been proud to partner with the Chamber on promoting the region's pro-
business climate, and celebrating the service so many individuals and 
businesses provide to our community.
  It is my honor to include in the Record the following recipients of 
the 2017 Stars Over Dulles Awards.
  Transportation Leader: Paul J. Wiedefeld, WMATA General Manager and 
CEO
  Workforce Leader: Madhu Garlanka, CEO, Software Products, Allyn 
Corporation
  Bank Leader: MainStreet Bank
  Hospitality Leader: Westfields Marriott Washington Dulles
  Small Business Leader: Jay Johnson, CEO, Five Minute Productions
  Business Leader: Geoffrey Lawson, VP & GM, National Conference Center
  Innovation Leader: Praduman Jain, CEO, Vibrant Health
  Arts Leader: Laura Readyoff, Owner, The Music Loft LLC
  Distinguished Veteran: Jim Kuiken, K9s for Warriors
  Nonprofit Leader: Children's Science Center
  Corporate Social Responsibility: John Sekas, Sekas Homes LLC
  New Chamber Member: Mustang Sally Brewing Company
  First Responder of the Year: Loudoun County Sheriff's Office
  Chairman's Lifetime Achievement Award: Art Anselene, Town of Herndon 
(Retired)
  Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in congratulating the 
2017 Stars Over Dulles Award recipients and in thanking these 
businesses and individuals for their many contributions to our region's 
economic success and quality of life. Their efforts are among the many 
reasons why Northern Virginia remains one of the best places in the 
country in which to live, work, raise a family, and start a business. I 
commend them on receiving these awards and wish them continued success.